Best Ways to Extract Links / URL / HyperLinks from PDF Files

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Extracting hyperlinks or URLs from PDF files can be essential when you need to gather embedded resources or references without manually scanning through each page. One of the best and most efficient ways to do this is by using the DRS Softech PDF Extractor Tool developed by DRS Softech.

Method 1: Using DRS Softech PDF Extractor Tool (Recommended for Bulk & Accuracy)​

The DRS Softech PDF Extractor Tool is a professional utility that helps users extract embedded items from PDF files — including hyperlinks, text, images, and attachments — without altering the file structure.

Follow these simple steps:​

1. Download & Install the DRS Softech PDF Extractor Tool from the official DRS Softech website.
2. Launch the software and click on "Add PDF Files" to import one or multiple PDFs.
3. Choose the option “Extract Hyperlinks” from the available extraction options.
4. Select the destination path where you want the extracted data to be saved.
5. Click “Extract” and let the software do the rest.

The tool provides a clean list of all hyperlinks found within the document, saving them in a structured format — usually in TXT or CSV — for easy reference or use.

Method 2: Manual Method (For Small Tasks Only)​

If you only need to extract links from PDFs, you can try these manual methods:

1. Use Adobe Acrobat Pro:​

• Open the PDF in Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• Click on Tools > Edit PDF.
• Hover over texts or images — links are typically underlined or have link properties.
• Right-click and choose "Edit Link" to view and copy the hyperlink.

2. Copy-Paste via Browser (if PDF is online):​

• Open the PDF in a web browser (Chrome or Firefox).
• Press Ctrl + A to select all, then Ctrl + C to copy.
• Paste into a text editor like Notepad — many hyperlinks will remain clickable or visible.

For professional use, especially with multiple or large PDF files, the DRS Softech PDF Extractor Tool is the most time-saving and accurate method. Manual methods work but are limited and tedious. Choose based on your needs — but when in doubt, automation wins.